named programs · 3 · from sources
What they call their work
Viswise Academy
Educational program offering training in finance, investment, communication, leadership, and career development for K-12 students and adults using simplified teaching methods.
Young Concert Artists (YCA) Performance Series
Concert series showcasing emerging young musicians in New York, featuring performances at Merkin Hall, Carnegie Hall, and the Morgan Library, highlighting classical and contemporary works.
Youth Entrepreneurship and Finance Association (YEFA)
Youth-focused initiative that organizes the Youth Sustainable Investment Challenge (YSIC), a global competition promoting financial literacy, ESG awareness, and real-market investment practice using a simulated trading platform.
activities · 8 groups
What they do
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Youth Entrepreneurship & Financial Literacy Education 2 activities
- Organize youth investment and financial literacy competitionsHosted the 2025 Youth Sustainable Investment Challenge with 181 teams and 442 participants from 12 countries, using StockTrak as a simulated trading platform and awarding cash prizes and benefits including recommendation letters and access to a summer program.
- Provide education and training in finance, leadership, and career developmentOffers AFI Academy and partner programs that provide education and training in finance, management, technology, entrepreneurship, and career advancement for K-12 students and adults using accessible teaching methods.
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Distribution of PPE and Crisis Supplies 1 activity
- Distribute PPE during public health emergenciesPartnered with over 150 organizations to distribute $5.8 million worth of personal protective equipment across the tristate region during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Impact Investing Knowledge & Technology Platforms 1 activity
- Facilitate partnerships for systemic impactCatalyzes collaborations among governments, international organizations, entrepreneurs, and investors to address global challenges and direct private finance toward public benefit initiatives.
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Cultural Exchange and Community Integration Events 1 activity
- Host civic engagement and community-building eventsOrganizes seminars on civic engagement and networking events, hosting over 300 online events annually including virtual seminars for new immigrant families to bridge cultural gaps.
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Classical and Chamber Music Performances 1 activity
- Present and co-present classical music performancesHosts and co-presents classical music performances featuring young artists and alumni at venues including Merkin Hall, Carnegie Hall, and the Morgan Library & Museum.
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Youth Global Leadership & Model UN Programs 1 activity
- Promote career growth and inclusion for Asian Americans and Pacific IslandersOperates the WeSMILE program to support career development and inclusion opportunities for Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders.
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Food Distribution and Hunger Relief 1 activity
- Support food and essential supplies distributionSupports UA3's Community First Food Pantry, which serves up to 11,000 clients weekly with food and PPE, and organizes weekly food sorting and packaging activities in lower Manhattan with youth volunteers.
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Uncategorized 1 activity
- Support legal defense fundraising for individualsLaunched and managed a fundraising campaign to support legal expenses for Professor Tao, raising $7,731 toward a $20,000 goal.
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financials · form 990EZ · fy2022
revenue
Total revenue$159K
Contributions & grants$159K100%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$200K
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$0
balance sheet
Total assets$71K
Cash—
Investments—
Liabilities—
Net assets$71K
2 years on record · 2021–2022 · YoY revenue -1.9%
relationships · 19
Who they work with
- ACUC (American Chinese United Care) Partner — Partnered with AFI to distribute $5.8 million worth of PPE during the pandemic.
- Alliance for Impact Network — WeSMILE operates as a program under Alliance for Impact.
- Brown University Partner — Alumni from Brown University are part of the Alpha Academy alumni network associated with Viswise Academy.
- Collaboration Partners Partner — Partner organization category supporting Alliance for Impact
- Columbia University Partner — Alumni from Columbia University are part of the Alpha Academy alumni network associated with Viswise Academy.
- Community Partners Partner — Partner organization category supporting Alliance for Impact
- Cornell University Partner — Alumni from Cornell University are part of the Alpha Academy alumni network associated with Viswise Academy.
- Dartmouth College Partner — Alumni from Dartmouth College are part of the Alpha Academy alumni network associated with Viswise Academy.
- Global Alliance for a Sustainable Planet Network — ALLIANCE FOR IMPACT INC operates as the Global Alliance for a Sustainable Planet, indicating organizational identity alignment.
- Harvard University Partner — Alumni from Harvard University are part of the Alpha Academy alumni network associated with Viswise Academy.
- Princeton University Partner — Alumni from Princeton University are part of the Alpha Academy alumni network associated with Viswise Academy.
- Professor Tao Legal Defense Fund Partner — Partnered to raise funds for legal defense expenses of Professor Tao.
- StockTrak Partner — Platform partner providing the simulated trading environment for the Youth Sustainable Investment Challenge.
- The Morgan Library & Museum Partner — Co-presented concerts featuring Daniel McGrew and Lun Li at the Morgan Library & Museum.
- UA3 Partner — Partnership to support the Community First Food Pantry serving up to 11,000 clients weekly.
- University of Pennsylvania Partner — Alumni from the Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania are part of the Alpha Academy alumni network associated with Viswise Academy.
- YCA Partner — Collaborates with YCA on concert performances and events.
- Yale University Partner — Alumni from Yale University are part of the Alpha Academy alumni network associated with Viswise Academy.
- Youth Community Club Partner — Youth group providing volunteers for food pantry operations.
strategies · 8
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Art for Social Reflection and Transformationmethodology: art-for-social-reflectionBy using music programming as a medium, the organization inspires reflection on societal challenges and envisions a more just world because artistic expression fosters emotional engagement and critical consciousness more effectively than didactic methods.
- Coaching and Mentorship for Career Advancementmethodology: coaching_and_mentorshipBy providing coaching, mentorship, and networking opportunities, the organization supports career development for Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders because structured guidance and strategic relationships accelerate professional growth and access to opportunity.
- Community-Driven Collective Impactmethodology: community-driven collective impactBy fostering collective action and mutual support within the Asian American community, the organization amplifies societal impact because shared goals and solidarity lead to more effective giving and systemic change than isolated individual efforts.
- Cross-Cultural Collaboration for Empowermentmethodology: cross-cultural collaborationBy promoting knowledge sharing, collaboration, and cross-cultural communication, the organization empowers Asian Americans and increases societal impact because intercultural understanding strengthens community agency and broadens influence.
- ESG-Centered Financial Educationmethodology: esg-centered_financial_educationBy designing youth competitions around ESG principles and the UN Sustainable Development Goals, the organization promotes sustainable investment literacy because aligning finance with social values motivates engagement and responsible decision-making.
- Experiential Investment Educationmethodology: experiential_investment_educationBy using simulated portfolio management and hands-on investment challenges, the organization builds financial literacy and strategic thinking in youth because real-market decision-making in a safe environment fosters deeper learning and sustainable investment behaviors.
- Private Capital for Public Goodmethodology: private-finance-for-public-goodBy mobilizing private capital and aligning it with public interests, the organization drives systemic change because market resources, when ethically directed, can scale impact beyond what philanthropy alone can achieve.
- Youth Leadership Through Community Servicemethodology: youth leadership developmentBy involving youth volunteers in food pantry operations, the organization develops leadership skills because hands-on community service fosters responsibility, empathy, and practical organizational abilities.